Faculty of Technology, Delhi University

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Dr. S. S. Bhatnagar University Institute of Chemical Engineering & Technology, popularly known as UICTE, is a highly respected department of Panjab University, Chandigarh. Established way back in 1958, it has a strong legacy, and its programs are NBA accredited, assuring a high standard of education. For students targeting admissions in 2025, it’s important to know that Panjab University’s engineering discipline holds the 92nd position in the NIRF 2023 rankings, which speaks volumes about its academic credibility. The institute’s flagship offerings are its B.E. programs in Chemical Engineering and Food Technology. Getting a seat here isn’t easy; admissions are strictly based on your JEE Main score, with counselling managed by JAC Chandigarh. One of the biggest advantages of studying at UICTE is its incredible return on investment. For the 2025-2026 academic session, the annual fee for the B.E. course is approximately INR 30,000, a figure significantly lower than most private engineering colleges. On the career front, while the complete placement report for the 2025 batch will be released later, the 2024 drive was very promising. The highest package secured by a student was an impressive INR 52 LPA. For the core Chemical Engineering branch, the average package hovered around INR 8.6 LPA. UICTE consistently attracts major recruiters from the core sector, including giants like Reliance Industries, ExxonMobil, and HMEL, alongside opportunities in analytics and consulting roles.

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